Ocean Acidification

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Oceans have a critical role in protecting the Earth but are threatened by greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide. Some of the carbon dioxide emitted into the atmosphere eventually mixes with seawater and forms acid. This process over time has made ocean water more acidic. Ocean acidification harms shell-forming marine organisms such as plankton, mussels and crabs and reduces the amount of seafood available for humans to consume. EPA is collecting ocean acidification data in order to better understand the problem and to help protect human health and the environment. You can help reduce ocean acidification through conservation and recycling.
For more information about ocean acidification, go to https://www.epa.gov/cira/clima....te-action-benefits-s
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